Searchable abstracts of presentations at key conferences in endocrinology

ea0025p114 | Cytokines, growth factors, neuroendocrinology and behaviour | SFEBES2011

The effects of recombinant human IGF1/IGF binding protein-3 on body composition and physical fitness in recreational athletes

Guha Nishan , Erotokritou-Mulligan Ioulietta , Nevitt Simon , Francis Michael , Woodland John , Bassett Eryl , Sonksen Peter , Holt Richard

Introduction: GH is widely abused by athletes for its anabolic and lipolytic properties. As the tests for detecting GH abuse develop further, it is possible that athletes will exploit IGF1 as an alternative or additional doping agent. There is currently no evidence to suggest that IGF1 administration improves athletic performance.Objectives: To determine the effects of rhIGF1/rhIGFBP3 administration on body composition and physical fitness in recreationa...